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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Trainers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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