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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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