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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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