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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online education make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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