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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations have to consider now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational undertakings. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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