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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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