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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better grasp these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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