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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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