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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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