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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Academics want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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