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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better comprehend these interesting new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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