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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to better grasp these important new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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