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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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