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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these exciting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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