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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to understand these interesting new open education undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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