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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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