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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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