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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Educators want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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