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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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