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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like openHPI to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Teachers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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