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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UCSF to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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