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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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