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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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