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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning are empowering humans all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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