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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider today because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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