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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in elearning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to understand these exciting new open education undertakings. Trainers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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