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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all over the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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