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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brunei to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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