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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New changes in online learning are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education experiments. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)