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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in e-learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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