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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Georgetown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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