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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with today because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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