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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education undertakings. Professors want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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