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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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