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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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