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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Academics want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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