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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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