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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in online learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Students want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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