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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Twitter to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better grasp these new open education undertakings. Professors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the key 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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