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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Educators want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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