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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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