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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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