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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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