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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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