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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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