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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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