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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Professors want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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