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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in blended learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better perceive these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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