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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOCs? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational experiments. Universities want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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