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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This new book also explores 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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