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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in elearning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education undertakings. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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