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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like YouTube to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these interesting new open education ventures. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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