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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning have empowered students all over the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education endeavours. Universities want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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