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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Cayman Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better comprehend these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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