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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in elearning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Educators want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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