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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to understand these significant new open education endeavours. Public servants want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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