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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning have enabled people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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