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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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