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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in digital education technology have enabled people all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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