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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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