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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in online education are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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