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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these open educational endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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