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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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