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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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