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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. New changes in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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