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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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