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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Universities want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this crescive demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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