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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning make it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better perceive these open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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