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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in elearning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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