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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online education technology have enabled people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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