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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are considering now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? 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 organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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