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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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