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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This amazing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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