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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these compelling new open education endeavours. People want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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