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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in elearning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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