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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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