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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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