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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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