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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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