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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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