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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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