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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these significant new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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