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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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