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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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