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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Professors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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