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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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