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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nepal to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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