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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these significant new open education initiatives. Students want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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