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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Belarus to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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