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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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