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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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