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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in electronic educational technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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