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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Twitter to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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