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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these interesting new open education ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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