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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Macau to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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