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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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