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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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