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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning technology enable learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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