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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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