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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to better grasp these fascinating new open education undertakings. Students want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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