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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for facts the intriguing 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 exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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