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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in blended learning technology have enabled humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Students want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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