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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning have enabled students all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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