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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Educators want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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