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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have empowered people all over the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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