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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning are empowering humans all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Baker Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Universities want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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