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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to understand these open education undertakings. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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