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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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