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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these open education ventures. Corporations want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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