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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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