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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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