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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOCs? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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