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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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