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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to better grasp these new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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