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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in electronic educational technology have enabled learners all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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