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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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