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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver 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 massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to understand these open educational endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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