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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online learning have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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