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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Hong Kong to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. People want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also researches the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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