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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in online learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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