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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guinea to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Instructors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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