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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwanda to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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