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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these open education ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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