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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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