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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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