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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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