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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these exciting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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