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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Jersey to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. People want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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