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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Scholars want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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