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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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