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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these open educational endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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