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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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