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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Professors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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