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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these open educational experiments. People want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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