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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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