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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these intriguing new open education endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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