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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Scholars want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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