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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Mayotte to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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