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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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