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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in online learning are making it possible for humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Academics want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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