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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open educational ventures. People want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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