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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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