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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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