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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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