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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in electronic educational technology enable people all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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