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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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