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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to be more aware of these open educational undertakings. Academics want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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