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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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