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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like British Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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