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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Fiji to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these important new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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