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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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