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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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