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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to understand these promising new open educational experiments. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs)