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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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