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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Bolivia to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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