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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these significant new open education endeavours. Educators want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this crescive demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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