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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these massively open online courses? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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