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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these intriguing new open educational endeavours. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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