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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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