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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are dealing with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better grasp these promising new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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