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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Scholars want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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