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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology enable learners all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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