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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Croatia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to understand these new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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