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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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