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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are considering now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to understand these interesting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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