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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open education experiments. Academics want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the major 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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