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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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