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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology are enabling humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Students want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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