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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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