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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online education technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cook Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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