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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in online education have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. 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 MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Angola to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Universities want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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