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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to understand these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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