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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Instructors want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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