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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning are empowering humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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