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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology have enabled people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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