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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in e-learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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