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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in online learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Corporations want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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