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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in elearning make it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. People want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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