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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in distance learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Corporations want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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