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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology have empowered people all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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