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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning are enabling learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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