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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in digital education technology have enabled learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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