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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these important new open educational initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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