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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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