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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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