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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in elearning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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