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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saudi Arabia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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