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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in online learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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