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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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