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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Scholars and numerous other participants want to better grasp these compelling new open educational ventures. Professors want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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