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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology enable students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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