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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these significant new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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