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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Researchers want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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