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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in learning technology have empowered people all over the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. People want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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