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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Universities want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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