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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Guyana to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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