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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Universities want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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