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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to be more aware of these promising new open education undertakings. Academics want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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