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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also researches the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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