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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in digital education technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these promising new open educational ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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