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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Students want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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