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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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