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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in digital education technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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