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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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