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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to better perceive these promising new open education endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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