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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology enable humans in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Svalbard to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also discusses the 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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