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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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