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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Barbados to conduct these MOOC courses? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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