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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these promising new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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