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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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