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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these massive 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 we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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