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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Universities want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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