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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Morocco to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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