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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in e-learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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