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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology have empowered humans all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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