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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these important new open education endeavours. Trainers want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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