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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like San Marino to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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