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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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