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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education undertakings. Trainers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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