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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Saudi Arabia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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