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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in electronic education technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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