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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these open education undertakings. Academics want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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