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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Luxembourg to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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