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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like India to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these exciting new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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