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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Universities want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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