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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in blended learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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