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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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