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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these important new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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