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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Reddit to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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