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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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