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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are considering now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these significant new open education undertakings. Universities want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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