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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Central African Republic to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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