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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning are empowering people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Universities want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also describes the 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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