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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these open education initiatives. People want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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