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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also addresses the key 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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