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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled people all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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