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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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