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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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