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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic education technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Ross Dependency to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better grasp these new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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