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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Academics want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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