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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Puerto Rico to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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