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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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