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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Slovenia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these intriguing new open education undertakings. Professors want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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