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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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