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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these significant new open educational ventures. Educators want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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