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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Educators want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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