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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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