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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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