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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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