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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in electronic education technology are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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