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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Madagascar to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to better perceive these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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