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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in online education have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. People want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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