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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? 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 and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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