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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to better comprehend these interesting new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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