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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to better perceive these exciting new open education endeavours. Universities want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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