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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Public servants want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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