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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning are making it possible for humans all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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