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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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