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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in electronic education technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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