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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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