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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology are enabling people all around the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations have to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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