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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these compelling new open education ventures. Corporations want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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