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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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