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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Professors want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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