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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in blended learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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