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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Twitter to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Universities and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this crescive need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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