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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these important new open education initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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