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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of New Mexico to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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