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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like LinkedIn to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to understand these promising new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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