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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like UCSF to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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