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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology have empowered people all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Liberia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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