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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online education technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Cayman Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these significant new open educational ventures. Academics want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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