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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Chile to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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