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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Monaco to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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