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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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