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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Universities want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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