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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better understand these significant new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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