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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Belize to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these new open education undertakings. Public servants want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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