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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to understand these significant new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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