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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Hong Kong to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these intriguing new open education ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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