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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning are enabling humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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