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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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