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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions have to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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