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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. 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 almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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