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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to better comprehend these important new open educational undertakings. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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