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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning enable learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOC courses? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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