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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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