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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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