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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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