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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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