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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in blended learning are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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