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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning enable students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these exciting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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