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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better perceive these compelling new open educational endeavours. People want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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