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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in elearning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these compelling new open educational undertakings. Universities want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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