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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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