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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better grasp these open educational endeavours. Trainers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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