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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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