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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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