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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning are empowering learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free 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 several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Solomon Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to understand these new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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