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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Georgia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to better perceive these promising new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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