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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these important new open education ventures. Trainers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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