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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in electronic education technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Students want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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