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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Instructors want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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