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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Vanuatu to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. Trainers want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This definitive new book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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