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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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