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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this crescive need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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