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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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