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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Monaco to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these important new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes 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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