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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Portugal to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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