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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Educators want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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