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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in elearning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Professors want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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