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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the key 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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