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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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