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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Queen Maud Land to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Professors want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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