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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in elearning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are considering today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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