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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these compelling new open education ventures. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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