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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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