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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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