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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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