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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Professors want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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