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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Croatia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Students want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this expanding need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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