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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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