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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these intriguing new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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