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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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