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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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