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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in digital education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Professors want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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