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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning have enabled learners all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Somaliland to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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