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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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