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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning have enabled learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these important new open education initiatives. People want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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