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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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