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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning are empowering humans all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions must deal with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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