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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like French Guiana to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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