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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology enable humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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