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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in elearning have made it possible for students all over 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 free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also researches the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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