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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these important new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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