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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Niue to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Teachers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the key 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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