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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Students want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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