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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Burkina Faso to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to better understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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