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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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