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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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