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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Baker Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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