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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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