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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. 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 students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like University of New Mexico to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better grasp these new open education initiatives. Instructors want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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