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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. People want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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