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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC classes? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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