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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in digital education technology have empowered people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. People want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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