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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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