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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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