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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Google+ to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Teachers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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