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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these open education undertakings. Students want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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