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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling people all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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