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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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