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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Togo to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. People want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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