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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in online education have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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