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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in e-learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Guam to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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