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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education ventures. Scientists want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also talks about the major 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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