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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Romania to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education