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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Eritrea to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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