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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic education technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. People want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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