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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education endeavours. Teachers want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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