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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Micronesia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Scholars want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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