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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these intriguing new open education ventures. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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