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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massive open online courses? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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