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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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