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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology enable humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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