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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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