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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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