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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology enable students all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like French Guiana to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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