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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in digital education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Macau to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Corporations want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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