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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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