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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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