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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these exciting new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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