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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these important new open education ventures. Educators want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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