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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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