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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Academics want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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