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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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