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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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