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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling students all over the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational experiments. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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