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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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