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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic education technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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