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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of 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. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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