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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also researches the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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