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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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