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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Lecturers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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