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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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