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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scholars want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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