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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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