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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the sensational 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 stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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