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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in e-learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these promising new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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