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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology have enabled students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Professors want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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