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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online learning have empowered learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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