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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better understand these open education undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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