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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. 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 lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Meetup to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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