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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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