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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education experiments. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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