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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Educators want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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