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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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