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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online education enable people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Professors want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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