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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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