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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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