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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these open educational undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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