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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in e-learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. People want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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