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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in electronic educational technology are enabling humans all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. Everybody wants to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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