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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Universities want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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