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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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