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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning are empowering students all over the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Solomon Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education initiatives. Academics want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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