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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to be more aware of these new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This amazing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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