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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning are empowering people all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these significant new open education endeavours. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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