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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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