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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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