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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these new open education experiments. Students want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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