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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in e-learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are having to attend to today because online learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Educators want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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