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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in electronic educational technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to better understand these important new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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