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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these promising new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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