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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Public servants want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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