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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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