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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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