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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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