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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. New improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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