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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better grasp these significant new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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