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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Vanuatu to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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