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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Wake Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better perceive these interesting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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