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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in digital education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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