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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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