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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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