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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to be more aware of these important new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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