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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take classes online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better understand these interesting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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