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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in electronic educational technology have empowered people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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