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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in elearning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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