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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Andorra to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better grasp these compelling new open education ventures. Trainers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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