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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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