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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to understand these promising new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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