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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in learning technology have empowered people all over the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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