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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this crescive need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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