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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in elearning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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