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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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