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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are dealing with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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