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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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