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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to understand these interesting new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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