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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brunei to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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