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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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