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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online education technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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