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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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