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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education undertakings. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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