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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in digital education technology have enabled people in all parts of 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. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mali to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this crescive desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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