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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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