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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education ventures. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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