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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take online courses. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Bhutan to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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