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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better grasp these compelling new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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