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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Students want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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