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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Academics want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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