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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Malta to conduct these MOOC classes? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Public servants want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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