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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology enable learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Finland to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Professors want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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