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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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