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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Instructors want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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