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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning make it possible for students all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Ross Dependency to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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