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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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