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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open education ventures. Everybody wants to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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