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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Kazakhstan to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education endeavours. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this crescive need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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