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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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