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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in online education have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Luxembourg to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these significant new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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