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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in e-learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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