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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in electronic educational technology have provided the means 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. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better grasp these significant new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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