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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ross Dependency to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to better understand these important new open education experiments. Academics want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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