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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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