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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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