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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Bowling Green State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better perceive these open education ventures. Academics want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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