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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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