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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of 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 MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Students want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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