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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Albania to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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