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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner 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 available there is a expanding necessity to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Trainers want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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