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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these interesting new open educational endeavours. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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