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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Students want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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