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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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