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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these open education initiatives. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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