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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also researches the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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