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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning are empowering humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Nauru to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these interesting new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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