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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled people all over the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational endeavours. People want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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