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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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