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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these promising new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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