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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in online education make it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also studies the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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