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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning are providing the means for students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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