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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in elearning have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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