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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning have empowered humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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