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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Kiribati to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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