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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Instructors want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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