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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Solomon Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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