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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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