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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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