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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online education technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also researches the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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