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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education experiments. Intellectuals want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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