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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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