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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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