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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to understand these important new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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