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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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