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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Universities want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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