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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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