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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Norway to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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