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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take online courses. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Academics want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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