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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to better comprehend these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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