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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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