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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in elearning technology have empowered learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Elidaemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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