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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like YouTube to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this crescive desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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