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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning enable students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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