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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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