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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Diego to conduct these massive open online courses? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open educational undertakings. Students want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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