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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education ventures. Scholars want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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