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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology are enabling people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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