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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these new open education experiments. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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