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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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