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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in digital education technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Libya to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open education endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Lecturers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this increasing desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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