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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in online learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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